Ultimate FILIPINO FOOD Feast in San Diego, California

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can provide a similar texture.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based protein and chicken is often more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken breast is leaner and turkey is often less expensive.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat while ground beef is usually cheaper.

Prepare rice by rinsing until water runs clear, then cook in a rice cooker or pot until fluffy.

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Grill chicken over medium heat until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.

Cut pork into cubes and marinate in vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves for 1 hour.

Braised pork in a pot with water until tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

Sauté garlic and onion in a pan, then add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir-fry vegetables in a wok with fish sauce and pepper until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.

Prepare a coconut milk sauce by simmering coconut milk with ginger and lemongrass for 10 minutes.

Serve grilled chicken, braised pork, sautéed shrimp, and stir-fried vegetables on a large platter with rice.

Garnish with fresh herbs and lime wedges for added flavor.

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